NZ vs IRE: Kane Williamson's elegant half-century takes New Zealand to 185/6 in a must-win match against Ireland here at Adelaide Stadium.

After losing the toss, New Zealand came to bat first and got a good start by Finn Allen, who scored quick 32 runs of 18 balls with 5 fours and 1 six, and Devon Conway made a slow and steady 28 in 33 balls.

Both the batters partnered 52 runs for the opening wicket in 5.5 overs. Skipper Kane Williamson looked in good form today as he challenged his templet of playing cautiously and played stroke from the very first ball. 

Williamson scored fiery 61 runs in 35 balls which included 5 fours and 3 sixes. Kane along with Mitchell (30 runs of 20 balls) got a 60-run stand for the fourth wicket which took the Kiwi side to a par total against the Irish side.

The Irish bowling in this match looked amazingly well as Joshua Little took an outstanding hatrick in the 18th over. On the second, third, and fourth ball he scalped skipper Williamson, Neesham, and Mitch Santner respectively.

Overall Little grabbed 3/22, Gareth Daleny took 2/30, and 1/39 was clinched by Mark Adair which helped the side restrict New Zealand.

Brief Score:

New Zealand: 185/6 (Williamson- 61 of 34 with 5x4, 3x6; Little- 3/22)